GENERAL COUNSEL
TRACT BV - Amsterdam, Netherlands (Hybrid)
At TRACT it is our mission to simplify sustainability oversight and reporting by providing a common language for measuring sustainability across agricultural and food supply chains. It is our purpose to accelerate the global transformation of the agricultural and food system. Through our innovative insights platform, we empower organizations to focus their resources on delivering real impact while driving positive change in the industry.
About the Team
At TRACT, we're a diverse and passionate team united by our shared commitment to sustainability and innovation. We believe in the power of collaboration and leverage our collective expertise to tackle complex challenges and drive meaningful change. With a culture built on trust, respect, and continuous learning, we foster an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive and make a difference.
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced General Counsel to manage all legal aspects of TRACT’s internal and external operational activity and customer engagements. The role requires someone who is able to provide a comprehensive internal legal service on corporate, competition, HR and contract law matters, as well as providing legal oversight to TRACT’s external activity and messaging with Customers, Suppliers and TRACT’s wider eco-system.
This role is somewhat unique, combining corporate law and contracts knowledge with competition, merger clearance, and corporate financing experience. The role is central to the organisation and will connect the successful candidate to all areas of the business, from the office of the CEO, through Product, Sustainability, Commercial and Engineering to the core Operations functions including HR, Infosec and IT.
Responsibilities
Holding the position of Chief Compliance Officer, owning and managing adherence to and the development of our compliance framework
Adopting the role of Competition Law advisor, ensuring the totality of the company’s obligations are clearly understood and adhered to in all aspects of operational activity
Providing support and guidance to the legal aspects of investment activity, including document preparation, advice on suitable ownership models and the facilitation of any associated merger clearance activity
Owning the legal aspects of customer contracting and negotiations, including the content and intent of our User agreements
Facilitating negotiations and advising on legal matters arising from discussions with Customers and suppliers
Authoring and approving the necessary legal documents for the conduct of the company
Advising on necessary legal responsibilities and best practice corporate behaviours
Overseeing the company’s mandatory legal training programme
Drafting and updating legal documents, such as Employment, Supplier, NDA and User Agreement templates
Managing the administration of and overseeing the conduct and outcomes of Management Board meetings
Acting as liaison and controller of scope for the procurement of any external legal services including external counsel
Assisting the People Experience team with employment and contractor agreements and managing the associated legal responsibilities
About You
7+ years of experience in a similar role combining legal and operational activities, ideally in similar-sized tech company
Exposure to Dutch corporate law and managing a Dutch-based group of companies
Experience of working within or managing business activity under heavy competition law legislation
A desire to improve legal and operational processes and to stretch beyond your area of expertise
A proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders at the same time
Languages: English (must), Dutch (strong plus)
What we offer
An unique opportunity to work for a platform that helps companies to create a positive impact on Ag & Food sustainability insights and performance. Working for TRACT means that you get full ownership of and autonomy in your daily work, while development beyond your area of expertise is celebrated.
A competitive salary based on experience and skills
25 paid holidays per year + 2 diversity days
Hybrid working policy
Company pension scheme
Collaborate with diverse, highly motivated & talented teams across the globe
A laptop, including business phone number, and a budget for your home office equipment
Opportunities and budget for learning and development
Above statutory maternity, paternity and adoption leave
Office in Amsterdam
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